Published: 08/01/2025 - 8:00 AM
Chester, PA and Camden, NJ — Friday, 08/01/25 — Subaru of America, Inc. and the Philadelphia Union are giving Camden youngsters a taste of the big leagues, as they host the Camden YMCA on Friday, August 15, in Chester, PA. This event will cap off the Camden YMCA’s popular “Adventure Camp,” where youth venture on new experiences, expand their horizons, and create lifelong memories.
The day begins with a 10:00 a.m. arrival at the WSFS Sportsplex, a state-of-theart, 170,000-square-foot sports and recreation complex adjacent to Subaru Park. The Sportsplex, which just opened in July, includes a 100,000 sq. ft. indoor facility available for community use and an adjacent 70,000 sq. ft. support building that houses Philadelphia Union II (MLS NEXT Pro) and Philadelphia Union Academy.
Participants will run through drills with Union coaching staff, get a behind-thescenes tour of Subaru Park, meet the team’s popular mascot, Phang, and more.
Subaru and the Philadelphia Union have partnered with the Camden Y for several years, including on programs that introduce local youth to soccer. Together, the organizations have also collaborated on multiple mini-pitch projects across Camden, giving kids greater opportunities for outdoor play and learning.
“Our YMCA operates as a ‘Y Without Walls,’ meaning we work directly in the community rather than from a physical branch. That’s especially important for children here, who often face barriers to life-changing experiences like this,” said Torrie Garvin, Executive Director of the Camden YMCA. “We’re so grateful to the Union for their dedicated support in helping us bring fun and fitness to the community.”
EVENT SCHEDULE:
10:00 AM
- YMCA/LUCY arrival at WSFS Sportsplex
- Union team collects WSFS waivers
- SOA team collects photo waivers, wristbands kids who cannot have photos taken
10:15 AM – 11:15 AM
- Drills / Playing with Union coaching staff
11:15 AM – 11:30 AM
- Walk to Subaru Park from Sportsplex
11:30 AM to 12:00 PM
- Photos on the field at Subaru Park with Phang · Bathroom if necessary · Snacks & go!
12:00-12:15 PM
- Departure